ASROCK 775i915PL-M User manual

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775i915PL-M
User Manual
Version 1.0
Published May 2005
Copyright©2005 ASRock INC. All rights reserved.

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Specifications and information contained in this manual are furnished for informa-
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as a commitment by ASRock. ASRock assumes no responsibility for any errors or
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With respect to the contents of this manual, ASRock does not provide warranty of
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
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ContentsContents
ContentsContents
Contents
1 Introduction1 Introduction
1 Introduction1 Introduction
1 Introduction ......................................................................................................
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1.1 Package Contents.......................................................... 5
1.2 Specifications................................................................ 6
1.3 Motherboard Layout ...................................................... 8
1.4 ASRock 8CH I/O............................................................. 9
2 Installation2 Installation
2 Installation2 Installation
2 Installation............................................................................................................
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2.1 Screw Holes ................................................................. 10
2.2 Pre-installation Precautions........................................... 10
2.3 CPU Installation .............................................................. 11
2.4 Installation of Heatsink and CPU fan ............................. 13
2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)......................... 14
2.6 Expansion Slots............................................................. 15
2.7 Surround Display Feature ............................................. 16
2.8 Jumpers Setup .............................................................. 16
2.9 Onboard Headers and Connectors .............................. 17
2.10 Serial ATA (SATA) Hard Disks Installation ................... 20
3 BIOS S3 BIOS S
3 BIOS S3 BIOS S
3 BIOS SETUP UTILITYETUP UTILITY
ETUP UTILITYETUP UTILITY
ETUP UTILITY......................................................................................
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3.1 Introduction .................................................................... 23
3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar .................................................... 23
3.1.2 Navigation Keys ................................................... 22
3.2 Main Screen................................................................... 22
3.3 Advanced Screen ......................................................... 22
3.3.1 CPU Configuration................................................ 23
3.3.2 Chipset Configuration .......................................... 24
3.3.3 ACPI Configuration ............................................... 26
3.3.4 IDE Configuration ................................................. 27
3.3.5 PCIPnP Configuration ........................................... 29
3.3.6 Floppy Configuration ........................................... 30
3.3.7 Super IO Configuration ........................................ 30
3.3.8 USB Configuration ............................................... 32
3.4 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen .................. 32
3.5 Boot Screen................................................................... 33
3.5.1 Boot Settings Configuration.................................. 34
3.6 Security Screen ............................................................ 34
3.7 Exit Screen .................................................................... 35

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4 Software Support4 Software Support
4 Software Support4 Software Support
4 Software Support ......................................................................................
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4.1 Install Operating System ............................................... 36
4.2 Support CD Information ................................................. 36
4.2.1 Running Support CD ............................................ 36
4.2.2 Drivers Menu........................................................ 36
4.2.3 Utilities Menu ........................................................ 36
4.2.4 “LGA775 CPU Installation LiveDemo” Program .. 36
4.2.5 Contact Information.............................................. 36

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Chapter 1 IntroductionChapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 1 IntroductionChapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing ASRock 775i915PL-M motherboard, a reliable motherboard
produced under ASRock’s consistently stringent quality control. It delivers excellent
performance with robust design conforming toASRock’s commitment to quality and
endurance.
In this manual, chapter 1 and 2 contain introduction of the motherboard and step-by-
step guide to the hardware installation. Chapter 3 and 4 contain the configuration
guide to BIOS setup and information of the Support CD.
Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be
updated, the content of this manual will be subject to change without
notice. In case any modifications of this manual occur, the updated
version will be available on ASRock website without further notice. You
may find the latest memory and CPU support lists on ASRock website as
well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com
1.1 Package Contents1.1 Package Contents
1.1 Package Contents1.1 Package Contents
1.1 Package Contents
ASRock 775i915PL-M Motherboard
(Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.6-in, 24.4 cm x 21.8 cm)
ASRock 775i915PL-M Quick InstallationGuide
ASRock 775i915PL-M Support CD
(including LGA 775 CPU Installation Live Demo)
One 80-conductor UltraATA 66/100 IDE Ribbon Cable
One Ribbon Cable for a 3.5-in Floppy Drive
One SerialATA (SATA) Data Cable
One SerialATA (SATA) HDD Power Cable (Optional)
OneASRock 8CH I/O

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1.2 Specifications1.2 Specifications
1.2 Specifications1.2 Specifications
1.2 Specifications
Platform: Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.6-in, 24.4 cm x 21.8 cm
CPU: 775-Pin Socket
supporting Intel®Pentium® 4 / Celeron®processor (in 775-land
LGA package)
Chipsets: North Bridge:
Intel®915PL chipset, FSB @ 800 / 533MHz,
supports Hyper-Threading Technology (see CAUTION 1)
South Bridge:
Intel®ICH6, supports SATA 1.5Gb/s
Memory: 2DDRDIMM slots:DDR1andDDR2
supports PC3200 (DDR400) / PC2700 (DDR333),
Max. 2GB
Dual Channel Memory Technology support(see CAUTION 2)
IDE: IDE1:ATA100 / Ultra DMAMode 5, supports up to 2 IDE devices
Serial ATA: Supports up to 4 SATA devices at 1.5Gb/s data transfer rate.
(No Support for “RAID” and “Hot Plug” functions)
Floppy Port: Supports up to 1 floppy disk drive
Audio: 7.1 channels AC’97 Audio
PCI LAN: Speed: 802.3u (10/100 Ethernet), supports Wake-On-LAN
Hardware Monitor:CPU temperature sensing,
Chassis temperature sensing,
CPU overheat shutdown to protect CPU life
(ASRock U-COP)(see CAUTION 3),
CPU fan tachometer,
CPU Quiet Fan support,
Chassis fan tachometer,
Voltage monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore
PCI slots: 2 PCI slots with PCI Specification 2.2
PCI EXPRESS slots: 1 slot with PCIE x 4, 1 slot with PCIE x 16;
PCIE Specification 1.0a
USB 2.0: 8 USB 2.0 ports:
includes 4 default USB 2.0 ports on the rear panel,
plus two headers to support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports
(see CAUTION 4)
ASRock 8CH I/O: 1 PS/2 Mouse Port, 1 PS/2 Keyboard Port
1 Serial Port: COM1
1 Parallel Port (ECP/EPP Support)
4 Ready-to-Use USB 2.0 Ports
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Audio Jack: Side Speaker / Rear Speaker / Central/Bass /
Line In / Front Speaker / Microphone
(see CAUTION 5)
BIOS: AMI legal BIOS, Supports “Plug and Play”,
ACPI 1.1 compliance wake up events,
Supports jumperfree,
CPU frequency stepless control
(only for advanced users’ reference, see CAUTION 6)
OS: Microsoft®Windows®98SE / ME / 2000 / XP compliant
(see CAUTION 7)
CAUTION!
1. About the setting of “Hyper Threading Technology”, please check page 24.
2. This motherboard supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Before you
implement Dual Channel Memory Technology, make sure to read the
installation guide of memory modules on page 14 for proper installation.
3. While CPU overheat is detected, the system will automatically shutdown.
Before you resume the system, please check if the CPU fan on the
motherboard functions properly and unplug the power cord, then plug it
back again. To improve heat dissipation, remember to spray thermal
grease between the CPU and the heatsink when you install the PC system.
4. Power Management for USB 2.0 works fine under Microsoft®Windows®XP
SP1 / 2000 SP4.
5. For microphone input, this motherboard supports both stereo and mono
modes. For audio output, this motherboard supports 2-channel, 4-channel,
6-channel, and 8-channel modes. Please check the table on page 9 for
proper connection.
6. Although this motherboard offers stepless control, it is not recommended
to perform over-clocking. Frequencies other than the recommended CPU
bus frequencies may cause the instability of the system or damage the
CPU.
7. Because of Intel 915PL chipset limitation, Windows 98 / ME does not
support USB 2.0 but only USB 1.1. Besides, after installing Windows 98 /
ME, two display adapter controllers will appear in “Display Adapters” of
“Device Manager”. Please remove one of the display adapter controllers,
and then you can successfully install the VGA driver.

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1.3 Motherboard Layout1.3 Motherboard Layout
1.3 Motherboard Layout1.3 Motherboard Layout
1.3 Motherboard Layout
Intel
915PL
Chipset
ATXPWR1
PCIE1
PCIE2
Intel
ICH6
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USB2.0
7.1CH
SATA
PCI
EXPRESS
Prescott 800
FSB800
Dual Channel
DDR400
775i915PL-M
PCI 2
PCI 1
CMOS
Battery
CLRCMOS1
1
HDLED RESET
PLED PWRBTN
SATA1
SATA2
SATA4
SATA3
USB45
1
SPEAKER1
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PANEL1
1
USB45
1
USB67
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DDR DIMM1 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module)
DDR DIMM2 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module)
IR1
1
Super
I/O
2Mb
BIOS
CPU_FAN1
IDE1
FLOPPY1
CHA_FAN1
1
AUDIO1
JR1 JL1
AUDIO
CODEC
PCI LAN
CD1
1
PS2_USB_PWR1
ATX12V1
21.8cm (8.6 in)
24.4cm (9.6 in)
Top :
REAR SPK
Center:
SIDE SPK
Bottom:
CTR BASS
Top:
LINE IN
Center:
FRONT
Bottom:
MIC IN
USB 2.0
T: USB0
B: USB1
Top:
RJ-45
USB 2.0
T: USB2
B: USB3
PARALLEL PORT
COM1
PS2
Mouse
PS2
Keyboard
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1 PS2_USB_PWR1 Jumper 15 Third Serial ATA Connector (SATA3, black)
2 ATX 12V Connector (ATX12V1) 16 Secondary Serial ATA Connector (SATA2,blue)
3 775-Pin CPU Socket 17 Primary Serial ATA Connector (SATA1, blue)
4 North Bridge Controller 18 System Panel Header (PANEL1)
5 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 19 USB 2.0 Header (USB67, Blue)
6 184-pin DDR DIMM Slots 20 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1)
(DDR1- 2, Dual Channel) 21 USB 2.0 Header (USB45, Blue)
7 Infrared Module Connector (IR1) 22 JR1 / JL1 Jumpers
8 BIOS FWH Chip 23 Front Panel Audio Header (AUDIO1)
9 Floppy Connector (FLOPPY1) 24 PCI Slots (PCI1- 2)
10 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 25 PCI Express Slot (PCIE2)
11 Primary IDE Connector (IDE1, Black) 26 PCI Express Slot (PCIE1)
12 South Bridge Controller 27 Internal Audio Connector: CD1 (Black)
13 Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER1) 28 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)
14 Fourth Serial ATA Connector (SATA4, black)

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1 Parallel Port 8 Microphone (Pink)
2 RJ-45 Port 9 USB 2.0 Ports (USB01)
3 Side Speaker (Gray) 10 USB 2.0 Ports (USB23)
4 Rear Speaker (Black) 11 Serial Port: COM1
5 Central / Bass (Orange) 12 PS/2 Keyboard Port (Purple)
6 Line In (Light Blue) 13 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green)
*7 Front Speaker (Lime)
* If you use 2-channel speaker, please connect the speaker’s plug into “Front Speaker Jack”. See
the table below for connection details in accordance with the type of speaker you use.
TABLE for Audio Output Connection
Audio Output Channels Front Speaker Rear Speaker Central / Bass Side Speaker
(No. 7) (No. 4) (No. 5) (No. 3)
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Chapter 2 InstallationChapter 2 Installation
Chapter 2 InstallationChapter 2 Installation
Chapter 2 Installation
775i915PL-M is a Micro ATX form factor (9.6" x 8.6", 24.4 x 21.8 cm) motherboard.
Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to
ensure that the motherboard fits into it.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the
motherboard. Failure to do so may cause physical injuries to you and
damages to motherboard components.
2.1 Screw Holes2.1 Screw Holes
2.1 Screw Holes2.1 Screw Holes
2.1 Screw Holes
Place screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the
chassis.
Do not over-tighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.
2.2 Pre-installation Precautions2.2 Pre-installation Precautions
2.2 Pre-installation Precautions2.2 Pre-installation Precautions
2.2 Pre-installation Precautions
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components
or change any motherboard settings.
1. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.
2. To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to static electricity,NEVER
place your motherboard directly on the carpet or the like. Also remember to use
a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before you handle
components.
3. Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs.
4. Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or
in the bag that comes with the component.
Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the power is
switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply.
Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals,
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2.3 CPU Installation2.3 CPU Installation
2.3 CPU Installation2.3 CPU Installation
2.3 CPU Installation
For the installation of Intel 775-LAND CPU,
please follow the steps below.
Before you insert the 775-LAND CPU into the socket, please check if
the CPU surface is unclean or if there is any bent pin on the socket.
Do not force to insert the CPU into the socket if above situation is
found. Otherwise, the CPU will be seriously damaged.
Step 1. Open the socket:
Step 1-1. Disengaging the lever by depressing
down and out on the hook to clear
retention tab.
Step 1-2. Rotate the load lever to fully open po-
sition at approximately 135 degrees.
Step 1-3. Rotate the load plate to fully open po-
sition at approximately 100 degrees.
Step 2. Insert the 775-LAND CPU:
Step 2-1. Hold the CPU by the edges where are
marked with black lines.
Step 2-2. Orient the CPU with IHS (Integrated
Heat Sink) up. Locate Pin1 and the two
orientation key notches.
775-Pin Socket Overview
black line
black line
775-PinSocket
Pin1
alignment key alignment key
Pin1
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For proper inserting, please ensure to match the two orientation key
notches of the CPU with the two alignment keys of the socket.
Step 2-3. Carefully place the CPU into the socket
by using a purely vertical motion.
Step 2-4. Verify that the CPU is within the socket
and properly mated to the orient keys.
Step 3. Remove PnP Cap (Pick and Place Cap):
Use your left hand index finger and thumb to
support the load plate edge, engage PnP cap
with right hand thumb and peel the cap from the
socket while pressing on center of PnP cap to
assist in removal.
1. It is recommended to use the cap tab to handle and avoid kicking
off the PnP cap.
2. This cap must be placed if returning the motherboard for after
service.
Step 4. Close the socket:
Step 4-1. Rotate the load plate onto the IHS.
Step 4-2. While pressing down lightly on load
plate, engage the load lever.
Step 4-3. Secure load lever with load plate tab
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2.4 Installation of CPU Fan and HeatsinkInstallation of CPU Fan and Heatsink
Installation of CPU Fan and HeatsinkInstallation of CPU Fan and Heatsink
Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink
This motherboard is equipped with 775-Pin socket that supports Intel 775-LAND CPU.
Please adopt the type of heatsink and cooling fan compliant with Intel 775-LAND CPU
to dissipate heat. Before you installed the heatsink, you need to spray thermal
interface material between the CPU and the heatsink to improve heat dissipation.
Ensure that the CPU and the heatsink are securely fastened and in good contact with
each other. Then connect the CPU fan to the CPU_FAN connector (CPU_FAN1, see
page 8, No. 5).
For proper installation, please kindly refer to the instruction manuals of
your CPU fan and heatsink.
Below is an example to illustrate the installation of the heatsink for 775-LANDCPU.
Step 1. Apply thermal interface material onto center
of IHS on the socket surface.
Step 2. Place the heatsink onto the socket. Ensure
fan cables are oriented on side closest to the
CPU fan connector on the motherboard
(CPU_FAN1, see page 8, No. 5).
Step 3. Align fasteners with the motherboard
throughholes.
Step 4. Rotate the fastener clockwise, then press
down on fastener caps with thumb to install
and lock. Repeat with remaining fasteners.
If you press down the fasteners without rotating them clockwise,
the heatsink cannot be secured on the motherboard.
Step 5. Connect fan header with the CPU fan
connector on the motherboard.
Step 6. Secure excess cable with tie-wrap to ensure
cable does not interfere with fan operation or
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2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
775i915PL-M motherboard provides two 184-pinDDR (DoubleData Rate) DIMM
slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. For dual channel
configuration, you always need to install two identical (the same brand, speed,
size and chip-type) memory modules in the DDR DIMM slots to activate Dual
Channel Memory Technology. Otherwise, it will operate at single channel mode.
If you install only one memory module or two non-identical memory
modules, it is unable to activate the Dual Channel Memory Technology.
Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM
Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM
Installing a DIMM
Please make sure to disconnect power supply before adding or
removing DIMMs or the system components.
Step 1. Unlock aDIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward.
Step 2. Align aDIMM on the slot such that the notch on theDIMM matches the break
on the slot.
The DIMM only fits in one correct orientation. It will cause permanent
damage to the motherboard and theDIMM if you force the DIMM into the
slot at incorrect orientation.
Step 3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the slot until the retaining clips at both ends fully
snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.

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2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)
2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)
2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)
There are 2 PCI slots and 2 PCI Express slot on this motherboard.
PCI slots: PCI slots are used to install expansion cards that have the 32-bit PCI
interface.
PCIE Slots: PCIE1 (PCIE x16 slot) is used for PCI Express cards with x16 lane
width graphics cards.
PCIE2 (PCIE x4 slot) is used for PCI Express cards, such as
GigaLAN card, SATA2 card, etc.
Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card
Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card
Installing an expansion card
Step 1. Before installing the expansion card, please make sure that the power
supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged. Please read the
documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware
settings for the card before you start the installation.
Step 2. Remove the bracket facing the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screws
for later use.
Step 3. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is
completely seated on the slot.
Step 4. Fasten the card to the chassis with screws.

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2.7 Surround Display Feature2.7 Surround Display Feature
2.7 Surround Display Feature2.7 Surround Display Feature
2.7 Surround Display Feature
This motherboard supports Surround Display upgrade. With the external add-on
PCI Express VGA card, you can easily enjoy the benefits of Surround Display
feature. For the detailed instruction, please refer to the document at the following
path in the Support CD: ..\ Surround Display
2.8 Jumpers Setup2.8 Jumpers Setup
2.8 Jumpers Setup2.8 Jumpers Setup
2.8 Jumpers Setup
The illustration shows how jumpers are
setup. When the jumper cap is placed on
pins, the jumper is “Short”. If no jumper cap
is placed on pins, the jumper is “Open”. The
illustration shows a 3-pin jumper whose pin1
and pin2 are “Short” when jumper cap is
placed on these 2 pins.
Jumper Setting Description
PS2_USB_PWR1 Short pin2, pin3 to enable
(see p.8 No. 1) +5VSB (standby) for PS/2
or USB wake up events.
Note: To select +5VSB, it requires 2 Amp and higher standby current provided by
power supply.
JR1(see p.8 No.22)
JL1(see p.8 No. 22)
Note: If the jumpers JL1 and JR1 are short, both the front panel and the rear panel
audio connectors can work.
ClearCMOS
(CLRCMOS1, 2-pin jumper)
(see p.8 No. 20)
Note: CLRCMOS1 allows you to clear the data in CMOS. The data in CMOS includes
system setup information such as system password, date, time, and system
setup parameters. To clear and reset the system parameters to default setup,
please turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power
supply. After waiting for 15 seconds, use a jumper cap to short 2 pins on
CLRCMOS1 for 5 seconds. However, please do not clear the CMOS right after
you update the BIOS. If you need to clear the CMOS when you just finish
updating the BIOS, you must boot up the system first, and then shut it down
before you do the clear-CMOS action.
+5V
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FLOPPY1
Pin1
IDE1
PIN1
thered-stripedsidetoPin1
connect the black end
to the IDE devices
connect the blue end
to the motherboard
80-conductor ATA 66/100 cable
2.9 Onboard Headers and Connectors2.9 Onboard Headers and Connectors
2.9 Onboard Headers and Connectors2.9 Onboard Headers and Connectors
2.9 Onboard Headers and Connectors
Onboard headers and connectors are NOT jumpers. Do NOT place
jumper caps over these headers and connectors. Placing jumper caps
over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage of the
motherboard!
FDD connector
(33-pinFLOPPY1)
(see p.8 No. 9)
Note: Make sure the red-striped side of the cable is plugged into Pin1 side of the
connector.
Primary IDE connector (Blue)
(39-pin IDE1, see p.8 No. 11)
Note: Please refer to the instruction of your IDE device vendor for the details.
Serial ATA Connectors These four Serial ATA (SATA)
(SATA1:seep.8 No.17) connectors support SATA data
(SATA2:seep.8 No.16) cables for internal storage
(SATA3:seep.8 No.15) devices. The current SATA
(SATA4:seep.8 No.14) interface allows up to 1.5 Gb/s
data transfer rate.
Serial ATA (SATA) Either end of the SATAdata cable
Data Cable can be connected to the SATA
hard disk or the SATA connector
on the motherboard.
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Serial ATA (SATA) Please connect the black end of
Power Cable SATA power cable to the power
(Optional) connector on each drive. Then
connect the white end of SATA
power cable to the power
connector of the power supply.
USB 2.0 Header ASRock 8CH I/O accommo-
(9-pinUSB67) dates 4 default USB 2.0 ports. If
(see p.8 No. 19) those USB 2.0 ports on the I/O
panel are not sufficient, this
USB 2.0 header is available to
support 2 additional USB 2.0
ports.
USB 2.0 Header ASRock 8CH I/O accommo-
(9-pinUSB45) dates 4 default USB 2.0 ports. If
(see p.8 No. 21) those USB 2.0 ports on the I/O
panel are not sufficient, this
USB 2.0 header is available to
support 2 additional USB 2.0
ports.
Infrared Module Header This header supports an
(5-pin IR1) optional wireless transmitting
(see p.8 No. 7) and receiving infrared module.
Internal Audio Connectors These connectors allow you
(4-pin CD1) to receive stereo audio input
(CD1: see p.8 No. 27) from sound sources such as
a CD-ROM,DVD-ROM, TV
tuner card, or MPEG card.
Front PanelAudio Header This is an interface for front
(9-pin AUDIO1) panel audio cable that allows
(see p.8 No. 23) convenient connection and
control of audio devices.
DUMMY
GND
+5V
IRTX
IRRX
1
connect tothe
powersupply
connect to the SATA HDD
powerconnector
USB_PWR
USB_PWR
P+6
P-6
P+7
P-7
GND
GND
DUMMY
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USB_PWR
USB_PWR
P+5
P-5
P+4
P-4
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GND
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CD-R
GND
GND
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CD1
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GND
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System Panel Header This header accommodates
(9-pinPANEL1) several system front panel
(see p.8 No. 18) functions.
Chassis Speaker Header Please connect the chassis
(4-pinSPEAKER1) speaker to this header.
(see p.8 No. 13)
Chassis Fan Connector Please connect a chassis fan
(3-pin CHA_FAN1) cable to this connector and
(see p.8 No. 10) match the black wire to the
ground pin.
CPU Fan Connector Please connect a CPU fan cable
(4-pin CPU_FAN1) to this connector and match
(see p.8 No. 5) the black wire to the ground pin.
ATX Power Connector Please connect an ATX power
(20-pinATXPWR1) supply to this connector.
(see p.8 No. 28)
ATX 12V Connector Please connect an ATX 12V
(4-pin ATX12V1) power supply to this connector.
(see p.8 No. 2)
GND
+12V
CHA_FAN_SPEED
+5V
DUMMY
DUMMY
SPEAKER
1
GND
PWRBTN#
PLED-
PLED+
DUMMY
RESET#
GND
HDLED+
HDLED-
1
GND
+12V
CPU_FAN_SPEED
FAN_SPEED_CONTROL

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2.10 Serial ASerial A
Serial ASerial A
Serial ATT
TT
TA (SAA (SA
A (SAA (SA
A (SATT
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TA) Hard Disks InstallationA) Hard Disks Installation
A) Hard Disks InstallationA) Hard Disks Installation
A) Hard Disks Installation
This motherboard adopts Intel ICH6 south bridge chipset that supports Serial ATA
(SATA) hard disks. You may install SATA hard disks on this motherboard for
internal storage devices. This section will guide you to install the SATA hard disks.
STEP1: Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays of your chassis.
STEP2: Connect the SATA power cable to the SATA hard disk.
STEP3: Connect one end of the SATA data cable to the motherboard’s SATA
connector.
STEP4: Connect the other end of the SATA data cable to the SATA hard disk.